Feb 14, 2022 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
It is difficult to talk about recovery without talking about forgiveness. In addition to being a crucial part of any 12-step program, forgiveness is one of our social expectations. We know it is important to right the wrongs we perpetuate and to try to let go of...
Feb 6, 2022 | Rehab, Recovery
Some people view art-making as a frivolous hobby to be engaged in as their free time allows. Other individuals see art as an essential aspect of their lives, something they need to do in order to be healthy and thrive. For people in recovery, this second perspective...
Jan 31, 2022 | Recovery, Substance Use Disorder
Working a Program with a Sponsor For those who participate in a 12-Step program as part of their recovery journey, the relationship between an individual and their sponsor—a person who supports them as they move through the steps—can be quite meaningful. In some...
Jan 6, 2022 | Recovery, Substance Use Disorder
A common fear among people who are considering entering recovery is that they will become boring and have a hard time connecting with other people without the use of alcohol. They may worry about their ability to find a significant other once they no longer drink. A...
Dec 8, 2021 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
When a person first enters recovery, it is often the case that their substance of choice has been their primary coping tool for many years. As a result, any coping skills they once knew may now be rusty from disuse. And the person may lack other life management...
Nov 30, 2021 | Substance Use Disorder, Recovery
A wise friend in the recovery community once told me that you cannot remove something from your life without replacing it with something else and that if you don’t mindfully choose the replacement, you might end up with something that doesn’t benefit you. If you are...
